December 2020

Skip the meat? Considering the cardiovascular benefits of pescatarian, vegetarian diets
Polycythemia vera linked with a heightened risk of pulmonary arterial hypertension
‘Safe and effective’: Heart Failure Society of America urges patients to get COVID-19 vaccine
Oklahoma cardiologist dies from COVID-19 complications
An eye on imaging: How to limit radiation exposure during TAVR procedures
American College of Cardiology shares new guidelines for treating patients with anticoagulant and antiplatelet therapy
Statin therapy with evolocumab reduces patient’s risk of PCI, CABG
Cardiologist sues employer, American Heart Association for alleged punishment after he wrote about affirmative action
Neurologists explain why COVID-19 increases a person’s risk of stroke
96% of cath lab nurses and technologists report decreased morale due to COVID-19
Philips acquires US-based heart monitoring specialists for $2.8B
10 helpful tips for heart rhythm patients as the COVID-19 pandemic continues
American College of Cardiology, American Heart Association share new recommendations for managing valvular heart disease
Imaging update: CT-FFR is safe and feasible for patients with severe aortic stenosis
Why patients living with HIV face a heightened risk of cardiovascular disease
Cardiac surgery outcomes in UK improve when patients pay for procedure, skip government-funded option
When cardiac imaging results come back normal, some patients are skeptical—but providers can help
Immune checkpoint inhibitors increase risk of myocarditis, arrhythmias, heart failure and CV death
Scientists share new data on how gene mutations lead to congenital heart disease
Police rescue kidnapped cardiologist after deadly gunfight
High blood pressure, even for a short period of time, can accelerate cognitive decline
Ticagrelor vs. prasugrel for severe heart attack patients undergoing PCI
Cardiologist abducted in Nigeria
Metformin boosts survival for female COVID-19 patients with obesity, type 2 diabetes
American College of Cardiology, American Heart Association update AFib performances measures
Scientists share breakthrough that could limit heart valve disease, help patients avoid replacement surgery
EHR data detects patients at a higher risk of AFib, stroke or heart failure
Statins, ACE inhibitors lower risk of death from COVID-19—hydroxychloroquine increases that risk
How virtual reality can help cardiologists treat coronary artery disease
Cardiologist accuses medical industry of ‘therapeutic nihilism’ on Fox News as host pushes COVID-19 conspiracy
Skip the clopidogrel? TAVR patients benefit from antiplatelet therapy that includes aspirin only
CCTA an effective initial imaging option for patients with stable chest pain
Fewer severe heart attack patients underwent PCI during the early months of the pandemic
How fracking affects the health of heart failure patients
COVID-19 passes heart disease as No. 1 cause of death in US
COVID-19 led to a surge in overdose-related cardiac arrests
The best diet after a heart attack
Hydroxychloroquine unable to limit spread, or severity, of COVID-19 after exposure
Women face a higher risk of heart failure, death after their first severe heart attack
Medicare cuts expected to limit access for stroke and aneurysm patients, could cause some practices to close
Cardiologist hired for executive vice president role at Walmart
The upside of an ugly situation: COVID-19 may have led to fewer heart attacks
AFib patients should limit alcohol consumption—it might just save their life
82% of AFib patients have undiagnosed sleep apnea, highlighting the importance of screening
Cardiologists, other healthcare providers speak out against ‘detrimental’ cuts included in MPFS final rule
Heart damage related to COVID-19 detected in 2-month-old infant
Direct oral anticoagulants do not protect patients from COVID-19
Low-fat vegan diet helps adults lose weight, boost metabolism and reduce diabetes risk